Message to the Department of Defense from Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel: News Releases are official stateme...

Message to the Department of Defense from Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel To All Department of Defense Personnel: Earlier today I was privileged to take the oath of office to become the 24th secretary of defense. I am humbled by and grateful for the opportunity that President Obama and the Congress have given me to once again serve our nation. I am most especially grateful for the opportunity to work with all of you. Every day you work to defend America. The noble cause of your profession, your individual sacrifices, and your service inspire us all. As your leader, I will always do my best for our country and for all of you -- and your families. As with my friends and predecessors Leon Panetta and Bob Gates, your safety, success, and welfare will always be at the forefront of my decisions. I will build on the strong foundation of teamwork built by Secretaries Gates and Pa...